1992 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 3 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Pulsar | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Pulsar | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |